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News and Announcements February 21, 2025

Local Government News


Langley City to Launch The Station Café, A New Hub for Community Connection
Supported by funding from the Union of British Columbia Municipalities, the Café aims to enhance community connections and civic engagement.

  Posted: February 18, 2025

Capital Regional District Establishes two New Regional Services
Regional Foodlands Access and Regional Biodiversity Services Bylaws Approved

  Posted: February 14, 2025

City of Williams Lake Launches ‘Made in Canada’ Sticker Initiative to Support Local Businesses
The stickers will be available at no cost to businesses and can be picked up at City Hall, the Williams Lake and District Chamber of Commerce located in the Tourism Discovery Centre, or the Downtown Williams Lake Business Improvement Area office.

  Posted: February 14, 2025

 

Announcements


UNION OF BC MUNICIPALITIES



UBCM Funding and Resources Update

Applications are currently being accepted for the several local government funding programs, such as Emergency Operations Centres Equipment and Training, Next Generation 911, Public Notification and Evacuation Route Planning , Active Transportation Planning programs and much more. To see a full list of the funding programs, visit UBCM's published list of resources



BC COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM



BC Communities in Bloom – 20 Years of Growing Great Places Together

BC Communities in Bloom is celebrating its 20-year milestone by awarding a tree to all registered municipalities - generously donated by Specimen Trees Wholesale Nursery. 

Over the years, BC Communities in Bloom has played a pivotal role in enhancing the liveability of towns and cities. The program encourages municipalities to strive for excellence in horticulture, heritage conservation, and environmental practices. The recognition and feedback provided by the judging panel are invaluable in guiding future projects and initiatives. 

Join BC Communities in Blook in celebrating the profound impact of the program.

Evaluated Registration closes April 25th. Smaller community groups or clubs are encouraged to participate with a Community Showcase.

BC COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM Provincial Society was formed to administrate the Provincial Edition of the National Communities in Bloom Program. www.bccib.ca for more information.

Check out the ‘Past Participants’ to see if your community was ever ‘in Bloom’.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION OF B.C.


 

Notice of Awards Nomination

The Local Government Compliance & Enforcement Association of British Columbia (LGCEA) is proud to recognize outstanding professionals in the field through the following awards, presented annually at the conference:
 

  • Officer of the Year

  • Career Achievement Award

  • Leadership and Valour in the Profession
     

These awards celebrate individuals who exemplify excellence, dedication, and leadership in local government compliance and enforcement. You and your organization are invited to consider submitting a nomination to honor a deserving professional.


Nomination Process

To nominate an individual, please submit a letter detailing why they should receive the award based on the established criteria. Any staff member, elected official, agent, or contractor working with a local government in British Columbia is eligible to submit a nomination.


Please note:
 

  • Self-nominations and nominations for LGCEA Executive members will not be accepted.

  • The Awards Committee consists of members of the LGCEA Executive and local government lawyer Troy DeSouza of Dominion GovLaw LLP.


Submission Details

Nomination letters should be emailed to:
LGCEA Secretary – rochelle.leonard@ttes.ca

 
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